Training as a plastics and rubber technologist
(m/f/d)
Schlaeger Kunststofftechnik GmbH
Bayreuth
Start date:
1.9.2027
Job Profile
Graduation
Soft Skills
Grades
Areas of Interest
Important School Subjects
- Chemistry/Physics
- Crafts/Technology
- math
Training Content
- Setting up and operating machines:
- You will learn how to prepare injection molding machines for processing plastics, use the right tools, and optimally adjust the machines.
- Prepare materials:
- Together with your team, you identify which materials are used for specific products and prepare them for processing.
- Quality control: You check the manufactured parts for their quality and ensure that they meet our high standards.
- Maintenance and repair: You assist with the care and maintenance of the machines to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Estimated Salary
Benefits
- Exciting and challenging field of work; you are a fully-fledged team member from day one.
- Benefits such as a 37.5-hour week, vacation and Christmas bonuses, company pension scheme, and a €50 non-cash benefit.
- Combined training with practice-relevant modules at TBB
- Personal support and excellent exam preparation
Career Perspectives
- Excellent job prospects after successful completion of training
Expectations
- School leaving certificate: You have at least a good secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or Realschulabschluss).
- Interest in technology: You are curious about technical processes and enjoy working with machines.
- Ideally, initial practical, technical experience
- Craftsmanship: You are skilled and have a good eye for detail.
- Team player: You enjoy working with others and are reliable.
Job Description
This is about the big picture – Apprenticeship as a Process Mechanic
Your enthusiasm for technology knows no bounds, and you're also a detail-oriented tinkerer? Then you should find out about an apprenticeship as a process mechanic. In this profession, you transform raw materials into finished products. However, because there are quite a few different goods, apprentices face the question of which specialization to choose right at the beginning of their training. If you choose, for example, plastics and rubber technology, you will first familiarize yourself with the materials and the machines required for production. Once you have an overview, you will begin production. As a process mechanic, you create formulas, set up machines, and operate them. If problems arise, it is up to you to fix them. You are also responsible for compliance with quality standards as well as for the maintenance and care of the machines.
At Schlaeger, apprentices take on significant responsibility early on and are integrated into the production team. Under the guidance of specialists and managers, they have the opportunity to learn and solidify everything they need for their future careers at their own pace. As a process mechanic (m/f/d) during your apprenticeship, you'll be responsible for automated machines, systems, and injection molds in our 24-hour production environment: you'll be responsible for these tasks. You'll also explore new opportunities to further develop the "Idealli" (ideal) approach.
Contact Person

Waldemar Streis
Training coordinator
Tel: +49 921 913-217
Email: bewerbung@schlaeger.com
Schlaeger Kunststofftechnik GmbH
Ritter-von-Eitzenberger-Straße 10 95448 Bayreuth
We'll prepare you for your future.
We'll train you!
State-of-the-art machinery, cutting-edge technology – that's what awaits you at Schlaeger. In your technical apprenticeship, you'll be a member of the team from day one and learn how to keep high-tech machines running smoothly. In administration, you'll work with the world's largest automotive suppliers, because they are our customers.
Your apprenticeship at Schlaeger – join the team, apply now!
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